…tasks govt on enabling environment for education
The 1988 set of Government Day Secondary School, Fate, Ilorin Kwara State has donated items worth millions of naira for the academic development of the school.
The 1988 set is the first graduands of the school and items donated are; exercise books, science laboratory materials and many others.
While handing over the items to the principal of the school, the Chairman of the Old Students’ Association, Engr. Jacob Adelowo, said the gesture was borne out of their passion to give back to their alma mata.
Engr. Adelowo also used the occasion to call on the government at all levels to provide enabling environment for schools in a bid to improve the standard of education in the state.
In his speech, he said, “this event reminds us of the importance of education in Nigeria and the urgent need to equip our schools properly. Education is the key to unlocking the potential of our nation and preparing our young ones for the challenges of the future. It is therefore the responsibility of the government to provide an enabling environment for education in Nigeria.
“Dear distinguished guests, fellow alumni, and current students of Government Day Secondary School Fate Ilorin, it is with great pleasure that I stand before you today to mark the generous donation made by the 1988 set of Government Day Secondary School Fate Ilorin.
“The provision of laboratory materials is a commendable gesture, and we are deeply grateful for this kind contribution to our beloved alma mater.
Unfortunately, the state of education in Nigeria leaves much to be desired. Many schools lack basic facilities, such as laboratories, libraries, and classrooms, this has resulted in a substandard education system that fails to adequately prepare our youth for the challenges of the 21st century.
It is therefore imperative that we all work together to improve the state of education in Nigeria. As alumni of Government Day Secondary School Fate Ilorin, we have a unique opportunity and responsibility to give back to our alma mater. We must be committed to assisting the school in any way we can, whether through donations or by providing mentorship and guidance to current students.
In conclusion, I would like to express my gratitude to the 1988 set for their generous donation, and I urge all alumni to join us in our efforts to improve the state of education in Nigeria. Let us work together to create a brighter future for our children, our communities, and our nation” he said.
Reacting to the gesture, the Principal of the School, Mrs. Badiru Oluwatoyin Dunni, expressed gratitude to the 1988 set saying their continuous support to the school is much appreciated.
“We appreciate you for remembering your alma mater, God would continuously enlarge your coast and prosper you all. It’s on record that your set had before now renovated a building in the school and here you are, for another gesture and I know by the grace of God, you will come back to do more.